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Photo of Arbor Ridge at Huntersville
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The people were warm and welcoming and based on the experience we would absolutely recommend Arbor Ridge at Huntersville community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of Carolina Care Retirement Community
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My Mom loves the place including the food. The services are great and everyone is so nice. The bathroom are excellent and easy for her to use. The landscaping is always nicely groomed. The rooms are all made...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
A Charming Place….Carolina Care Retirement Cottages is located in Cherryville, NC: a small town full of warm hospitality about 40 miles outside of Charlotte, NC city limits. We provide an active, independent, fulfilling home life without the worry of maintenance/repairs, or cooking, through the...
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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How great to have a home that has a full kitchen and that is truly independent living. There are so many things to do and participate in with peers. My friend loves the Glens! She loves cooking and enjoying...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
A distinctive living experience awaits you in a private wooded neighborhood conveniently located just minutes from shopping, golf, restaurants, medical facilites, and beautiful Lake Norman. Choose from floor plans ranging from 1 to 3 bedrooms all including screened patio, Maytag appliances,...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in High Shoals, NC

The average cost of senior living in High Shoals is $3,570 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dallas, NC with an average of $2,980 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in High Shoals, NC vs. nearby cities

High Shoals, NC
$3,570/mo
$2,980/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in High Shoals, NC vs. the state and national average

High Shoals, NC
$3,570/mo
U.S. national average
$4,064/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in High Shoals vs. other types of senior living

$4,832/mo
Independent Living
$3,570/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in High Shoals, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$5,260/mo
Studio
$5,928/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,673/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,498/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in High Shoals over time

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What families are saying about independent living in High Shoals

Recent reviews for independent living in High Shoals

MerryWood on Park in Charlotte, NC

4.5
The residents and staff are generally very friendly. The food is good. The housekeeping staff is poorly trained and managed. The dining room staff are good and very helpful to residents. The chef won 2nd place for his entrée in the "Chef Wars" against 5 other facilities. The smaller size means ...
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Terrabella Lake Norman in Mooresville, NC

3.8
They tend to get friendly and helpful staff. Mom enjoys the interaction. Some food is good and some not so good. Consistency of food quality would be nice.

Shads Landing in Charlotte, NC

4.6
My Mom is bed bound & under hospice care (since she arrived) so she does not take part in the activities but I see all the activities when I visit her. She does eat the food there - and I have eaten several meals there too. It has been fabulous for my Mom to stay there & have the Better at ...
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High Shoals independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in High Shoals independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in High Shoals, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in High Shoals independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of High Shoals partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.1%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.1%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
11.1%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.1%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in High Shoals independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of High Shoals communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
11.1%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.1%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
11.1%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in High Shoals independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in High Shoals offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
22.2%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
11.1%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.2%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.2%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
11.1%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.1%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.1%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
11.1%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
11.1%
40%
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MerryWood on Park, Arbor Ridge at Huntersville and Shads Landing are the top-rated independent living facilities near High Shoals, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 8 independent living facilities near High Shoals, North Carolina. See the full list.

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